Call of Duty, a global phenomenon, has redefined the online arcade shooter experience for two decades. This iconic series boasts a vast library of maps, each the stage for countless intense battles. Here, we celebrate 30 of the franchise's best maps, a journey through Call of Duty's legendary battlegrounds.
Table of Contents
- Payback (Black Ops 6, 2024)
- Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
- Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
- Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
- Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
- Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
- Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
- London Docks (WWII, 2017)
- Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
- Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
- Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
- Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
- Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
- Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
- Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
- Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
Payback (Black Ops 6, 2024)
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A multi-level mansion nestled in the Bulgarian mountains provides the backdrop for intense firefights and diverse gameplay. Despite its compact size, the map expertly balances various playstyles. Its intricate design allows for both effective ambushes and skillful escapes.
Ocean Drive (Black Ops 6, 2024)
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Inspired by iconic 80s action movies, Ocean Drive features gunfights amidst luxurious hotels and flashy cars. The contrast between open streets and confined interiors makes it adaptable to many game modes.
Crown Raceway (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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This map delivers fast-paced combat within garages, stands, and pit areas, transforming the environment into a high-octane battleground. The sounds of passing race cars enhance the immersive experience. Its unique design ensures dynamic combat, keeping the kill/death ratio consistently balanced.
Moscow (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Experience the harsh beauty of Cold War-era Moscow, a city teeming with hidden dangers. Engage in intense clashes amidst imposing concrete structures, opulent marble halls, and underground metro stations. The map blends tactical and aggressive gameplay across narrow alleys, expansive boulevards, and government complexes.
Farm 18 (Modern Warfare II, 2022)
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Discover an abandoned military training base concealed within a dense forest. The central concrete training ground becomes a fierce battle zone, surrounded by partially destroyed buildings, narrow corridors, and hidden pathways, offering diverse opportunities for aggressive players.
Miami (Black Ops Cold War, 2020)
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Immerse yourself in the vibrant 1980s Miami underworld, with neon lights reflecting on wet asphalt, nightclubs, luxury cars, and palm trees. The map combines narrow streets and wide boulevards, catering to diverse tactical approaches.
Ardennes Forest (WWII, 2017)
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Experience the brutal reality of a World War II battlefield, amidst snowy forests, trenches, and burning ruins. The map's symmetrical design intensifies the fierce combat, creating a truly visceral and unforgiving experience.
London Docks (WWII, 2017)
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Explore the grim atmosphere of war-torn London, with its dark alleys, wet cobblestones, and industrial architecture. Narrow alleys provide ambush opportunities, spacious warehouses offer open firefights, and the docks offer strategic vantage points.
Turbine (Black Ops II, 2012)
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This expansive map, set across canyons, offers a blend of vertical gameplay, open spaces, and hidden routes for tactical flanking. The central, broken turbine presents both cover and the risk of deadly crossfire.
Plaza (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Enter the neon-lit world of Plaza, a futuristic metropolis where battles unfold amidst upscale clubs, glowing signs, and narrow alleys. The architecture provides ample cover, while stairs, balconies, and glass storefronts add to the dynamic gameplay.
Overgrown (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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An overgrown abandoned village with ruined buildings and prime sniper positions. Elevated spots and watchtowers offer tactical advantages, making it a map ideal for both stealth and open engagements.
Meltdown (Black Ops II, 2012)
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Engage in intense firefights within a nuclear power plant. The industrial setting features strategically important areas and multiple routes, with the central reactor complex offering close-quarters combat and flanking opportunities.
Seaside (Black Ops 4, 2018)
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This charming seaside town contrasts cozy squares with dangerous alleyways, offering a mix of long-range shootouts and close-quarters combat.
Crossfire (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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A city ravaged by conflict, featuring a long street flanked by ruined buildings and sniper nests. Players can engage in long-range battles or utilize side alleys for close-quarters combat.
Karachi (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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Navigate the chaotic layout of Karachi, with its dusty streets and abandoned buildings. Rooftops offer ambush opportunities, while lower levels provide close-quarters combat scenarios. The unpredictable environment encourages flanking maneuvers.
Estate (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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A luxurious mansion overlooking a dense forest offers both interior fortification and exterior ambush opportunities.
Dome (Modern Warfare 3, 2011)
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This compact map, a ruined military base with a central dome, provides fast-paced combat from all directions, rewarding quick reflexes and precise timing.
Favela (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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A densely packed Brazilian favela, with narrow corridors and hidden passages, creates a perfect environment for surprise attacks.
Express (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A busy train platform setting, with a moving train adding both tension and potential hazards.
Summit (Black Ops, 2010)
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A snowy mountain base with varied terrain and tight corridors, offering both open and closed-off combat areas.
Highrise (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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A skyscraper setting with a mix of cramped offices and open rooftop areas, perfect for both close-quarters combat and long-range sniper duels.
Crash (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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An urban map with three main combat lanes and ruined buildings offering tactical possibilities.
Standoff (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A classic small town setting ideal for ambushes, offering diverse combat styles.
Raid (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A modern mansion in Los Angeles, balancing close-quarters and long-range combat.
Hijacked (Black Ops II, 2012)
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A luxury yacht setting, providing intense close-quarters combat in a confined space.
Shipment (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, 2007)
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A tiny map with chaotic firefights among shipping containers, perfect for close-range weapons.
Firing Range (Black Ops, 2010)
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A military training ground suitable for mid-range battles, offering varied terrain and combat opportunities.
Terminal (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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An airport setting blending spacious terminals, narrow corridors, and an open tarmac.
Rust (Modern Warfare 2, 2009)
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A small desert map with an oil rig, offering intense vertically oriented gameplay.
Nuketown (Black Ops, 2010)
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A small, dynamic map known for its high-speed skirmishes.
These 30 maps represent iconic Call of Duty moments, each offering unique gameplay experiences. Whether you prefer close-quarters combat or tactical open warfare, this list has something for every player.
